Context: Unpaid Domestic Work
The Supreme Court held that unpaid domestic work performed by homemakers should be monetarily recognised at a minimum of ₹30,000 per month while calculating compensation in motor accident death cases.
The Court described homemakers as “nation builders” whose contribution extends beyond the household.
GS1: Women and Society
- Recognition of unpaid care work and domestic labour.
- Gender-sensitive valuation of women’s contribution to society and economy.
GS2: Social Justice
- Promotes dignity, equality and economic recognition of homemakers.
- Strengthens discourse on gender-inclusive policymaking.
GS4: Ethics
Keywords
- Dignity of Labour
- Empathy
- Recognition of Invisible Work
Quote Value Addition
“Homemakers are nation builders.” — Supreme Court
Mains Usage
This can be used as an example in answers on:
- Gender justice
- Women’s unpaid labour
- Social equity
- Dignity of labour
- Compassion and empathy in governance
